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Preserve the Harvest Summer 2014 Classes___CLASS IS FULL

WSU Snohomish County Extension's Evergreen Room
Everett, WA

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Four classes offered; take 1,2,3 or all 4.

Basics of Safe Canning
Wednesday, July 16; 6:309:00pm
Learn the basics of food safety and canning skills, including bacteria and food spoilage, canning equipment, and canning high/low acid foods. Demonstration of the process.

Please note there is a *pre-requisite class* that must be completed before attending any of the following three hands-on classes. Be sure to complete the online course at least one week prior to ensure we receive notification of course completion.

*Jams, Jellies, & Spreads
Wed. July 30; 6:309:00pm
Learn to put 'summer in a jar' with fresh fruit. Demonstration and hands-on.

*Tomatoes, Salsa, & Relish
Wed. August 13; 6:309:00pm
Learn the proper way to preserve tomatoes and tomato products. Demonstration and hands-on.

*Pickling & Fermenting
Wed. August 27; 6:309:00pm
Learn how to make crisp, tasty pickles along with the art of fermentation. Demonstration and hands-on.

Online pre-requisite course information:
*Preserve the Taste of Summer*
WSU Extension is announcing an eight-lesson, online comprehensive food preservation program for the in-home consumer who wants to learn about food preservation and food safety. It is a great opportunity for anyone age 18 years or older who is interested in learning how to safely preserve foods.

Designed for beginners along with veteran canners who want to update their knowledge and skills, the lessons provide the most current USDA-approved food preservation recommendations. The online lessons can be viewed at any time and can be done at the pace you choose. You will need a computer made in the past five years and have a stable internet connection. Cost is $25 total for all eight lessons.
Visit PreserveSummer.cahnrs.wsu.edu to register for the online course. Cost is $25.